2910 La Jolla Village Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
SEATING CAPACITY: 492
La Jolla Playhouse History
La Jolla Playhouse is where artists and audiences come together to create what’s new and next in American Theatre. From Tony Award-winning plays and musicals, to imaginative programs for young audiences, to interactive experiences outside our theatre walls, the Playhouse brings people together to inspire discussion and open pathways to new ways of thinking.
Shows at the La Jolla Playhouse
DATES PRODUCTION 2/18/2020 - 3/29/2020 Fly (2020) 11/12/2019 - 12/15/2019 Cambodian Rock Band (2019) 9/3/2019 - 10/13/2019 Kiss My Aztec! (2019) 8/20/2019 - 9/15/2019 The Coast Starlight (2019) 6/30/2019 - 7/28/2019 The Luckiest (2019) 6/5/2018 - 7/8/2018 The Squirrels (2018) 5/9/2017 - 7/9/2017 Escape to Margaritaville (2017) 5/10/2016 - 6/12/2016 Hollywood (2016) 11/10/2009 - 12/20/2009 Bonnie & Clyde (2009) 8/11/2009 - 9/13/2009 The 39 Steps (2009) 6/12/2005 - 7/17/2005 Palm Beach (2005) 10/11/2001 - 11/25/2001 Dracula (2001) 10/6/2000 - 12/10/2000 Thoroughly Modern Millie (2000) 1/1/1997 - 1/1/1997 Harmony (1997) 9/19/1995 - 9/19/1995 Faust (1995) 8/23/1988 - 8/23/1988 80 Days (1988) 6/3/1986 - 6/3/1986 Shout Up a Morning (1986) [Pre-Broadway] 6/16/1985 - 6/16/1985 Merrily We Roll Along (1985) 0/0/0000 - Lempicka (2020) - Diana (2019) - Up Here (2015) - Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame (2014)
News
THE FAMILY ALBUM to Make World Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for THE FAMILY ALBUM, a world-premiere musical with music by MILCK and AG, book by Sam Chanse, and direction by Jess McLeod, running in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for THE FAMILY ALBUM, a world-premiere musical with music by MILCK and AG, book by Sam Chanse, and direction by Jess McLeod, running in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre.
The Contemporary American Theater Festival to Present Five New Plays, Four World Premieres, and More in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026
The Contemporary American Theater Festival announced full casts and creative teams for its 2026 mainstage season at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, W. Va., featuring five new plays, including four world premieres.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026
The Contemporary American Theater Festival announced full casts and creative teams for its 2026 mainstage season at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, W. Va., featuring five new plays, including four world premieres.
KIM'S CONVENIENCE & More Lead Los Angeles' Summer 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2026
Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Summer 2026 include Kim's Convenience and more.
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2026
Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Summer 2026 include Kim's Convenience and more.
Jacksonville Symphony Extends President & CEO Steven B. Libman's Contract Through 2031
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2026
The Jacksonville Symphony has extended the contract of President & CEO Steven B. Libman, who will continue leading the organization before retiring after more than four decades in the performing arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2026
The Jacksonville Symphony has extended the contract of President & CEO Steven B. Libman, who will continue leading the organization before retiring after more than four decades in the performing arts.
Video: THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse First Look
by Joshua Wright - Jun 8, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has shared a new clip from its current world premiere production of THE MONSTERS, offering a closer look at the sibling drama that opened earlier this month at the Mandell Weiss Forum in La Jolla, California.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 8, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has shared a new clip from its current world premiere production of THE MONSTERS, offering a closer look at the sibling drama that opened earlier this month at the Mandell Weiss Forum in La Jolla, California.
THE MONSTERS Trailer Released Ahead of La Jolla Playhouse World Premiere
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in THE MONSTERS, a new play about estranged siblings reunited through the world of mixed martial arts, exploring forgiveness and family at La Jolla Playhouse in 2026.
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026
Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in THE MONSTERS, a new play about estranged siblings reunited through the world of mixed martial arts, exploring forgiveness and family at La Jolla Playhouse in 2026.
Review: THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 7, 2026
“The Monsters” delivers thrilling fight sequences, but its greatest strength lies in the family story at its center. Whether you're an MMA fan or not, the play's emotional punches land with equal force.
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 7, 2026
“The Monsters” delivers thrilling fight sequences, but its greatest strength lies in the family story at its center. Whether you're an MMA fan or not, the play's emotional punches land with equal force.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Is Now Available for Licensing Through MTI
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 4, 2026
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced that Kimberly Akimbo, the winner of the most Tony Awards of the 2022–2023 season, including Best Musical, is now available for licensing.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 4, 2026
Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced that Kimberly Akimbo, the winner of the most Tony Awards of the 2022–2023 season, including Best Musical, is now available for licensing.
Dito van Reigersberg, Pig Iron Theatre Co-Founder and Martha Graham Cracker Performer, Dies at 53
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
Dito van Reigersberg, co-founder and Artistic Director Emeritus of Pig Iron Theatre Company and the performer behind drag persona Martha Graham Cracker, has died at 53 following complications from a bone marrow transplant.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
Dito van Reigersberg, co-founder and Artistic Director Emeritus of Pig Iron Theatre Company and the performer behind drag persona Martha Graham Cracker, has died at 53 following complications from a bone marrow transplant.
TRAVESTY by Sasha Velour to Make New England Tour Debut at The Adams Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9 winner Sasha Velour will bring her new theater show TRAVESTY to Williamstown, MA, for its New England Tour debut, presented by The Adams Theater at Williams College's '62 Center for Theatre and Dance.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9 winner Sasha Velour will bring her new theater show TRAVESTY to Williamstown, MA, for its New England Tour debut, presented by The Adams Theater at Williams College's '62 Center for Theatre and Dance.
Contest: Win Tickets to THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2026
Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to The Monsters at La Jolla Playhouse. BroadwayWorld is giving away a pair of tickets to two winners. Submit now to see this acclaimed play.
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2026
Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to The Monsters at La Jolla Playhouse. BroadwayWorld is giving away a pair of tickets to two winners. Submit now to see this acclaimed play.
WAM Theatre Announces 2026 Summer Programming
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 30, 2026
WAM Theatre has announced its 2026 summer programming, featuring the return of the Fresh Takes Play Reading Series at Ventfort Hall and the launch of the Fertile Ground New Works Residency Program at the ’62 Center.
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 30, 2026
WAM Theatre has announced its 2026 summer programming, featuring the return of the Fresh Takes Play Reading Series at Ventfort Hall and the launch of the Fertile Ground New Works Residency Program at the ’62 Center.
Cygnet Theatre Announces New Artistic Leadership
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 30, 2026
Cygnet Theatre has announced that longtime artist Katie Banville will step into a new artistic leadership role beginning in July, deepening her impact on the organization after more than twenty years as a performer, choreographer, and director.
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 30, 2026
Cygnet Theatre has announced that longtime artist Katie Banville will step into a new artistic leadership role beginning in July, deepening her impact on the organization after more than twenty years as a performer, choreographer, and director.
FANDANGO FOR BUTTERFLIES (AND COYOTES) to Return for One-Night Benefit Concert
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2026
En Garde Arts and Make the Road New York will present a one-night benefit concert of FANDANGO FOR BUTTERFLIES (AND COYOTES) at St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church, with all net proceeds supporting immigrant rights advocacy.
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2026
En Garde Arts and Make the Road New York will present a one-night benefit concert of FANDANGO FOR BUTTERFLIES (AND COYOTES) at St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church, with all net proceeds supporting immigrant rights advocacy.
Photos: Tyce Green and More in Character for THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME in Houston
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Houston Broadway Theatre has revealed the cast, and is giving an inside look for Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame at the Wortham Center. See
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Houston Broadway Theatre has revealed the cast, and is giving an inside look for Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame at the Wortham Center. See
La Jolla Playhouse to Launch Mobile Tech Theatre Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has revealed plans to develop and pilot the Mobile Tech Theatre Program, a new learning and engagement initiative that will deliver hands-on technical theatre training.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has revealed plans to develop and pilot the Mobile Tech Theatre Program, a new learning and engagement initiative that will deliver hands-on technical theatre training.
Spotlight: THE MONSTERS at La Jolla Playhouse
by BWW Special Offer - May 27, 2026
Humorous and Heart-Mending Play About Siblings Begins June 2. Award-winning playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones (HBO’s The Gilded Age) in this humorous, heart-mending and action-packed love letter to family and siblings.
by BWW Special Offer - May 27, 2026
Humorous and Heart-Mending Play About Siblings Begins June 2. Award-winning playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones (HBO’s The Gilded Age) in this humorous, heart-mending and action-packed love letter to family and siblings.
Cast Set for COME FROM AWAY at Guthrie Theater This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2026
The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Come From Away, by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, directed by Kent Gash.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2026
The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Come From Away, by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, directed by Kent Gash.
Video: Will Roland Gives a Sneak Peek from His 54 Below Solo Debut
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2026
Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland is getting ready to make his 54 Below solo debut with his first new concert in over a decade. Watch in this video as he rehearses 'I Love Play Rehearsal' from Be More Chill.
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2026
Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland is getting ready to make his 54 Below solo debut with his first new concert in over a decade. Watch in this video as he rehearses 'I Love Play Rehearsal' from Be More Chill.
FIFTH OF JULY to Receive One-Night Staged Reading in Carlsbad
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Carlsbad Play Readers will present a staged reading of Lanford Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-nominated FIFTH OF JULY at Carlsbad City Library, featuring Craig Noel Award winners and performers from The Old Globe and La Jolla Playhouse.
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026
Carlsbad Play Readers will present a staged reading of Lanford Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-nominated FIFTH OF JULY at Carlsbad City Library, featuring Craig Noel Award winners and performers from The Old Globe and La Jolla Playhouse.
La Jolla Playhouse Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in La Jolla Playhouse?
La Jolla Playhouse's current show is Fly which began performances on 2/18/2020.
How many seats does La Jolla Playhouse have?
La Jolla Playhouse has 492 seats.
What were the longest running shows at La Jolla Playhouse?
Shout Up a Morning which ran from 06/03/1986 to 07/14/1986
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